GCSLC 2012

CALIFORNIA FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

GOLD COAST SECTION LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE “TRANSFORMING TOMORROW”

WEST RANCH HIGH SCHOOL MARCH 3, 2012

Welcome March 3, 2012

Dear Gold Coast FBLA, Welcome to the 2012 Gold Coast Section Leadership Conference! Today, you will have the opportunity to meet over 1,000 members that share your interest for the business world. This conference is about networking and challenging yourselves to become competitive business leaders. Steven Jobs once said, “Everyone here has the sense that right now is one of those moments when we are influencing the future.” I challenge you to make this conference count. Learn from others, attend the workshops, and make this day your shining moment; because this day, you are influencing the future.

On behalf of the Gold Coast Section Leadership Team, I want to thank you for continuing Gold Coast’s success in high membership and participation in projects.

Your efforts have truly made Gold Coast amazing. As a Section we are moving forward and Transforming Tomorrow. However, the work is not over, as we still have the State Leadership Conference and National Leadership Conference to prepare for. I look forward to seeing many familiar faces next month in Irvine!

Good luck on your competitions and have fun!

Sincerely,

Lavanya Jawaharlal 2011-2012 Gold Coast Section President

Thank You Gold Coast is grateful to the leaders and volunteers who made this conference and Gold Coast FBLA possible!

You all continue to set the standard for excellence! Your friendship and support is appreciated more than you know!

William S. Hart Union School District Pam Bugbee, Six Flags Magic Mountain Mary Walsh, West Ranch High School Tanja Brosche, West Ranch FBLA Adviser March of Dimes Ace Trophy Sue Christensen, Communications Manager Ernie Micheli, Competitive Events Coordinator Jennifer Stalley, State Officers’ Adviser Chris Rivas, Southern California Edison Karin Tran, Revolution Prep John Baca, Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) Glynnis Mullenary, Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) Millie Paul, Benton Communications, Ltd. David Gamboa, Nokloo Will Ferguson, The Advancement Academy 2011-2012 Gold Coast Section Leadership Team To’s Family Wong’s Family California Phi Beta Lambda Volunteers and Judges FBLA Alumni

Gold Coast Section Chapter Advisers and Chaperones March of Dimes Raffle Basket Contributors Eleanor Dominguez Barabara Young Michelle Townes Josh Landerer Pam Heins Ty Watkins Addison Whitesel Chris Mitts Ashley Garkow Richard Douge Doug Townsend Janet La Croix Marcos Andrade Nicolle Alvarado Greg Walker David Cole

Julie Cole Cheryl Casanova Corrine Reinford Sue Coupland David Dean Susan Merritt Michael Green Cynthia Fillpot Gladys Baca Zosia Blair Scott Ellis Joe Calaba Len Lyberger Michael Winkler Sandra Sylvester Karen McConnell

Sally Matsubara Qui Nguy James Jacobs Cindy Quaid Alejandra Fulton Tam Ly-Wong Sylvia Casillas Cathy Mason Mary Jane Card Chris Hood Neil Jacoby Jerry Dutton Tanja Brosche Laurie Looker

Workshops *** Workshops are presented in both Session I and Session II ***

Building Leadership Development and Effective Communication .......................... Room 530 Presented by: Chris Rivas, Southern California Edison This workshop will help you identify and apply key concepts in effective leadership and communication skills that will be applicable in your academics and life in general. Learn how to become a competent communicator by working in groups and understanding the concept of “being a leader.” Workshop activities will include interactive team building and communication exercises that will help define key techniques to becoming a better leader.

College Testing – SAT versus ACT ................................................................................... Room 540 Presented by: Karin Tran, Revolution Prep Join Revolution Prep in learning about the differences between the SAT and ACT. You will learn how ot set yourself up for success by understanding the tricks and traps of each exam while walking away with free insider tips from the experts! By attending the SAT versus ACT workshop you will also be entered into a raffle for a free Virtual Tutor ($299 value).

Economics of the Apparel Industry ................................................................................. Room 541 Presented by: John Baca and Glynnis Mullenary, Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) Explore the true cost of doing business – including labor, production and advertising – along with international business forces in the apparel industry. Also, learn about opportunities with FIDM, an internationally recognized, fully accredited college with four dynamic California campuses. FIDM’s 20 design and creative business majors educate students for careers in the fashion, interior design, digital arts, and entertainment industries.

“Is Your Dream Job More Than Just a Dream?” ............................................................ Room 542 Presented by: Millie Paul, Toastmasters International; Benton Communications, Ltd. Are you interested in finding a career that’s creative, exciting, challenging and makes good use of your leadership skills?

This workshop/class will provide you with information, tools and tips to help you find jobs in the areas of Public Relations and Corporation Communications. Learn about the knowledge, skills and abilities you will need to find a successful career in this area.

Nokloo About Creativity in Business .............................................................................. Room 543 Presented by: David Gamboa, Nokloo Hear from David Gamboa, a student entrepreneur who started his own non-profit organization, about what it takes to incorporate your own creativity to make your business venture unique. In this workshop, you will also be able ot learn how to better understand and interact with your audience and customers.

One Word ............................................................................................................................. Room 544 Presented by: Will Ferguson, The Advancement Academy There is one word that can make or break a business. Let’s talk about the role and power of “communication” and how it affects us as individuals and professionals.

Section Leadership Team

2011-2012 GOLD COAST SECTION LEADERSHIP TEAM Lavanya Jawaharlal, President ............................................................................... Diamond Bar High School Allen Miao, Vice President of Activities ......................................................................... Arcadia High School Arthur Teng, Vice President of Membership ................................................ Diamond Bar High School Jeff Niu, Secretary-Treasurer............................................................................................ Moorpark High School Haroon SherJan, State & Section Public Relations Officer ............................ Moorpark High School Calvin Ho, Leadership Associate ....................................................................................... Arcadia High School Yadanar Oo, Leadership Associate.......................................................................... San Gabriel High School Eric To................................................................................................................................ Gold Coast Section Director Karen Wong .................................................................................................................. Gold Coast Section Director

Opening Session Call to Order Introduction of Section Leadership Team National Anthem FBLA Pledge Host Chapter Recognition Introduction of Guests Roll Call Alhambra High School Arcadia High School Cabrillo High School Calabasas High School Charter Oak High School Diamond Bar High School Diamond Ranch High School El Monte High School First Avenue Middle School Gabrielino High School Glen A. Wilson High School Hart High School

Hueneme High School Jefferson Middle School Lancaster High School Lompoc High School Lompoc Valley Middle School Mark Keppel High School Moorpark High School Newbury Park High School Oak Park High School Palos Verdes Peninsula High School Pioneer Valley High School Righetti High School

Announcements Candidate Campaigns Public Relations Officer Secretary-Treasurer Vice President of Membership Vice President of Activities President Adjournment

Rosemead High School San Gabriel High School San Marino High School Santa Maria High School South El Monte High School South Pasadena High School Tehachapi High School Temple City High School Walnut High School West Ranch High School Westlake High School

FBLA Dress Code FBLA members and advisers should develop an awareness of the image one’s appearance projects. The purpose of the dress code is to uphold the professional image of the association and its members and to prepare students for the business world. Appropriate attire is required for all attendees—advisers, members, and guests—at all general sessions, competitive events, regional meetings, workshops, and other activities unless otherwise stated in the conference program. Conference name badges are part of this dress code and must be worn for all conference functions. For safety reasons, do not wear name badges outside of the school campus.

Professional attire acceptable for official FBLA-PBL activities include:

Males

Females

• Business suit with collar dress shirt, and necktie or • Sport coat, dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie or • Dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie.

• Banded collar shirt may be worn only if sport coat or business suit is worn.

• Dress shoes and socks.

• • • • •

Business suit with blouse or Business pantsuit with blouse or Skirt or dress slacks with blouse or sweater or Business dress.

Capris or gauchos with coordinating jacket/suit, worn below the knee.

• Dress shoes.

Inappropriate attire, for both men and women, includes: • Jewelry in visible body piercing, other than ears • Denim or chambray fabric clothing of any kind, overalls, shorts, skorts, stretch or stirrup pants, exercise or bike shorts • Backless, see-through, tight-fitting, spaghetti straps, strapless, extremely short, or low-cut blouses/tops/dresses/skirts • T-shirts, Lycra™, spandex, midriff tops, tank tops, bathing suits • Sandals, athletic shoes, industrial work shoes, hiking boots, bare feet, or over-the knee-boots • Athletic wear, including sneakers • Hats or flannel fabric clothing • Bolo ties • Visible foundation garments Business casual attire includes polos, FBLA or school spirit shirts, jeans or khakis, or other similar attire. No sleeveless shirts or flip-flops allowed.

CLARIFICATION—Many women’s two-piece suits are currently designed so that they do not require a blouse.

Therefore, this will be accepted. In addition, sling-back shoes, open-toe shoes, and sleeveless dresses are accepted

Awards of Excellence Call to Order Special Recognition Six Flags Magic Mountain Introduction of Section Leadership Team Introduction of 2012-2013 Section Leadership Team Announcements Competitive Event Awards Creed Contest Accounting I Accounting II Business Calculations Business Communication Business Procedures Computer Applications Computer Problem Solving Cyber Security Database Design & Applications Economics FBLA Principles & Procedures Health Care Administration Hospitality Management Impromptu Speaking Introduction to Business Introduction to Business Communication

Sweepstakes Award Adjournment

Introduction to Technology Concepts Job Interview Personal Finance Public Speaking I Public Speaking II Sports Management Spreadsheet Applications Technology Concepts Word Processing I Word Processing II Entrepreneurship Global Business Management Decision Making Marketing Parliamentary Procedure Future Business Leader

Conference Schedule Saturday, March 3, 2012

7:00-8:00 AM

Conference Headquarters

Room 520

7:00-8:00 AM

Registration Check-In (Advisers Only) (Submit FBL and Public Speaking folders)

Room 530

7:00-8:00 AM

Campaigns for Section Office

7:00-12:00 PM

Advisers’ Hospitality

7:45-8:45 AM

Future Business Leader Test

Gym

7:45-8:45 AM

Conflict Testing Session

Gym

8:00-10:00 AM

Public Speaking II—Preliminaries Waiting Room Group A Performance Room Group B Performance Room

Quad Room 531

Room 556 Room 533 Room 534

8:00-9:00 AM

Opening Session

8:15-8:45 AM

Judges/Presenters/Proctors Orientation

Room 550

9:00 AM

Posting of Future Business Leader Finalists

Room 520

9:00 AM

Impromptu Speaking Waiting / Sequester Room (Must report to room at 9:00 am) Preparation Room Performance Room

Room 556 Room 550 Room 551

Creed Waiting Room Performance Room

Room 556 Room 553

Job Interview Waiting Room Panel Interview Room

Room 556 Room 554

Public Speaking I Waiting Room Performance Room

Room 556 Room 552

Future Business Leader Waiting Room Panel Interview Room

Room 556 Room 555

9:00 AM

9:00 AM

9:00 AM

9:00 AM

Amphitheater

Conference Schedule 9:00-10:15 AM

Group Testing—Session I (All members must be competing or attending a workshop)

Gym

Accounting I Accounting II Business Calculations Business Communication Business Law Business Math Business Procedures Computer Problem Solving Cyber Security Economics FBLA Principles & Procedures Health Care Administration Hospitality Management Introduction to Business Introduction to Business Communication Introduction to Technology Concepts Personal Finance Sports Management Technology Concepts 9:00-10:15 AM

Team Events Testing— Session I Entrepreneurship Global Business Management Decision Making Marketing Parliamentary Procedure

9:00-10:15 AM

Production Events Testing— Session I Computer Applications Database Design & Applications Spreadsheet Applications Word Processing I Word Processing II

9:00-10:15 AM

Room 535 Room 536 Room 537 Room 538 Room 539

Food Court Food Court Food Court Food Court Food Court

Workshops— Session I “Building Leadership Development and Effective Communication” “College Testing – SAT versus ACT” “Economics of the Apparel Industry”

Room 530 Room 540 Room 541

Conference Schedule 9:00-10:15 AM

Workshops— Session I (Continued) “Is Your Dream Job More Than Just a Dream?”

“Nokloo About Creativity in Business” “One Word”

Room 542 Room 543 Room 544

10:15 AM

Posting of Public Speaking II Finalists

Room 520

10:30-12:00 PM

Public Speaking II (Final) Waiting Room Performance Room

Room 556 Room 533

10:30-11:45 AM

Group Testing—Session II (All members must be competing or attending a workshop) (Same as Session I)

10:30-11:45 AM

Team Events Testing—Session II (Same as Session I)

10:30-11:45 AM

Production Events Testing—Session II (Same as Session I)

10:30-11:45 AM

Workshops—Session II (Same as Session I)

12:00-12:30 PM

Elections (Voting Delegates and Candidates Only) (Two representatives per chapter attend this meeting)

12:15 PM

Advisers’ Meeting (Mandatory) (Distribution of Magic Mountain tickets)

12:30-5:00 PM

FBLA Day at Six Flags Magic Mountain

5:00 PM

Parade of Presidents Rehearsal (Chapter Presidents Only)

Golden Bear Theater

5:30 PM

Awards of Excellence Program

Golden Bear Theater

Gym Room 534

Campus Map Parking Lot

Amphitheater